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Camber and Caster Adjustment

STANDARD PROCEDURE - CAMBER AND CASTER ADJUSTMENT

NOTE: 4X4 (LD) SUSPENSION HEIGHT MEASUREMENT MUST BE PERFORMED BEFORE AN ALIGNMENT. When the upper control arm pivot bolts are loosened the upper control arm will normally go inwards toward the frame automatically with the weight of the vehicle.

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Camber and caster angle adjustments involve changing the position of the upper control arm in conjunction with the slotted holes in the frame brackets, Install special tool 8876 between the top of the upper control arm bracket and the upper control arm (on 1500 series 4X2 & 4X4). Install special tool 8876 between the bottom of the upper control arm bracket pressing the tool against the frame and the upper control arm (on 2500/3500 series 4X2) in order to move the upper control arm outwards for proper adjustment with the vehicle at normal ride height.